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An eye and a genetic strand with copy that reads: Cracking the genetic code of glaucoma
Jul 2023
Genetic Discovery Could Help Prevent Irreversible Blindness in People ...

More than 5,000 Australians have already volunteered to take part in the QIMR Berghofer Genetics of Glaucoma study, but the researchers are appealing for more participants. 

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Glaucoma Australia CEO Richard Wylie
Jul 2023
‘Silent Thief of Sight’ Threatens to Rob Economy of Billions

Australia faces a $4.3 billion economic hit from the impact of “the silent thief of sight” - glaucoma - by 2025 unless the Federal Government invests now to support sufferers.

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Seonix Bio CEO Dr Nick Haan
May 2023
Saliva Sample Reveals Glaucoma Risk

A sample of saliva could soon determine which patients are at increased risk of developing glaucoma well before the disease can be diagnosed.

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May 2023
Glaucoma Australia website now provides 100+ foreign languages

Glaucoma Australia now provides an even more inclusive online experience to enable website visitors to access online content in a way that best suits their needs. 

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Image of (left to right): Lynette Klein, Richard Wylie and Anthony Albanese
May 2023
Glaucoma Australia influencing the influencers in Canberra

This month, Glaucoma Australia CEO Richard Wylie, visited Canberra and met with key political figures to spread awareness about glaucoma and the work of the organisation.   

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May 2023
Andrew's Story

In early 2021, I was diagnosed with macular puckering in both eyes which required a double vitrectomy...

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May 2023
Bette's Story

Early detection and strict adherence to treatment are so important to glaucoma...

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Image of a pair of reading glasses on a notepad
May 2023
Kerry's Story

My glaucoma was initially picked up by an Optometrist in 1991 when I went to him to get my glasses checked...

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May 2023
Study Finds Neuron 'Lifeline' for Glaucoma

Researchers have identified a therapeutic target that could lead to more effective treatment of glaucoma. 

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